California Family Fairs & Festivals
57 family events across California for 2026.
Recurring4.4(187)Los Angeles County Fair
One of the largest county fairs in the U.S., showcasing Southern California agriculture, livestock, exhibits, carnival rides, entertainment, and community events at the Fairplex.
Recurring4.1(1852) Happening nowSan Mateo County Fair
Bay Area county fair with agricultural displays, livestock, exhibits, carnival, entertainment, and family activities.
Recurring4.5(6085) Happening nowSan Diego County Fair
The largest and longest-running community event in San Diego County at Del Mar Fairgrounds.
Recurring4.3(4885)In 6 daysAlameda County Fair
One of the Bay Area's largest fairs with extensive agricultural exhibits, livestock, carnival rides, live entertainment, and family activities over several weeks.
5(1)In 8 daysSanta Cruz Summer Makers Market
It will host about 40 local makers and artists selling their wares.
4.7(17)In 15 daysSanta Monica Summer Antique and Vintage Market
There will be a great selection of vendors and dealers who will showcase and sell their treasures including shabby chic, original vintage prints, architectural salvage and industrial furniture, paintings, posters, lithographs, vintage to couture fashion, estate jewelry, candelabras and interesting lighting, garden accessories, clocks and watches, tribal art, sculpture, rugs, beads, antique linens, outdoor furniture, exotic plants and much more.
Recurring4.2(858)Santa Maria Fairpark
Central Coast fair with agricultural exhibits, livestock, carnival, and entertainment in two sessions.
4.7(17)Santa Monica Summer Sunday Antique and Vintage Market
There will be a great selection of vendors and dealers who will showcase and sell their treasures including shabby chic, original vintage prints, architectural salvage and industrial furniture, paintings, posters, lithographs, vintage to couture fashion, estate jewelry, candelabras and interesting lighting, garden accessories, clocks and watches, tribal art, sculpture, rugs, beads, antique linens, outdoor furniture, exotic plants and much more.
Recurring4.2(1562)Stanislaus County Fair
Central Valley agricultural fair with livestock, 4-H/FFA exhibits, carnival rides, live music, and community events.
Recurring4.4(1164)California Mid-State Fair
12-day fair in wine country featuring top-name entertainment, livestock shows, carnival, exhibits, and agricultural displays.
Recurring3.6(170)California State Fair
California's official state fair at Cal Expo, featuring agriculture exhibits, livestock shows, competitive events, rides, food vendors, and live entertainment.
Recurring4.4(12972)OC Fair
One of North America's top attended fairs with over 1 million visitors.
Downtown Santa Cruz Summer Makers Market
It will host about 40 local makers and artists selling their wares.
4.7(17)Santa Monica Summer Outdoor Antique and Vintage Market
There will be a great selection of vendors and dealers who will showcase and sell their treasures including shabby chic, original vintage prints, architectural salvage and industrial furniture, paintings, posters, lithographs, vintage to couture fashion, estate jewelry, candelabras and interesting lighting, garden accessories, clocks and watches, tribal art, sculpture, rugs, beads, antique linens, outdoor furniture, exotic plants and much more.
Recurring4.5(2457)Ventura County Fair
Seaside agricultural fair with livestock, exhibits, rides, food, and entertainment highlighting Ventura County's farming and coastal heritage.
Santa Monica Midsummer Antique and Vintage Market
There will be a great selection of vendors and dealers who will showcase and sell their treasures including shabby chic, original vintage prints, architectural salvage and industrial furniture, paintings, posters, lithographs, vintage to couture fashion, estate jewelry, candelabras and interesting lighting, garden accessories, clocks and watches, tribal art, sculpture, rugs, beads, antique linens, outdoor furniture, exotic plants and much more.
Recurring4.3(2040)Sonoma County Fair
Celebrates Sonoma County agriculture, wine, and community with livestock, exhibits, carnival, entertainment, and the famous wine competition.
4.3(576)Santa Barbara Summer Gem Faire
You will find a wide range of fine and fashion jewelry, precious and semi-precious gemstones, beads, crystals, minerals, pearls, gold and silver, tools and findings, jewelry-making supplies, and much more at manufacturers’ prices.
Santa Cruz Makers Market
It will host about 40 local makers and artists selling their wares.
Santa Monica Sunday Antique and Vintage Market
A craft fair in Santa Monica.
Pleasanton Summer Wedding Fair
An agricultural fair in Pleasanton.
Santa Monica End of Summer Antique and Vintage Market
There will be a great selection of vendors and dealers who will showcase and sell their treasures including shabby chic, original vintage prints, architectural salvage and industrial furniture, paintings, posters, lithographs, vintage to couture fashion, estate jewelry, candelabras and interesting lighting, garden accessories, clocks and watches, tribal art, sculpture, rugs, beads, antique linens, outdoor furniture, exotic plants and much more.
4.3(730)Lodi Grape Festival
A food festival in Lodi.
Recurring4.4(894)AV Fair & Event Center (Antelope Valley Fair)
High desert agricultural fair with livestock, exhibits, carnival, entertainment, and community events.
Recurring4.3(3283)Kern County Fair
Major Central Valley fair celebrating agriculture with livestock shows, exhibits, carnival, and entertainment in one of California's top farming regions.
Recurring4.3(3283)Kern County Fair
Major agricultural fair in the southern San Joaquin Valley with livestock, exhibits, carnival, and live entertainment.
3(2)Santa Monica Airport Antique and Vintage Market
There will be a great selection of vendors and dealers who will showcase and sell their treasures including shabby chic, original vintage prints, architectural salvage and industrial furniture, paintings, posters, lithographs, vintage to couture fashion, estate jewelry, candelabras and interesting lighting, garden accessories, clocks and watches, tribal art, sculpture, rugs, beads, antique linens, outdoor furniture, exotic plants and much more.
Santa Monica Fall Antique and Vintage Market
There will be a great selection of vendors and dealers who will showcase and sell their treasures including shabby chic, original vintage prints, architectural salvage and industrial furniture, paintings, posters, lithographs, vintage to couture fashion, estate jewelry, candelabras and interesting lighting, garden accessories, clocks and watches, tribal art, sculpture, rugs, beads, antique linens, outdoor furniture, exotic plants and much more.
Recurring4.3(40)Big Fresno Fair
Central Valley's premier agricultural fair with livestock, exhibits, carnival, entertainment, and harvest celebrations.
4.3(2865)Santa Clara Fall Home Show
Meet some of top home experts and get fresh ideas and smart advice for home improvement, landscaping, and decoration projects.
4(8)Santa Rosa Fall Gem Faire
You will find a wide range of fine and fashion jewelry, precious and semi-precious gemstones, beads, crystals, minerals, pearls, gold and silver, tools and findings, jewelry-making supplies, and much more at manufacturers’ prices.
Santa Monica Fall Outdoor Antique and Vintage Market
There will be a great selection of vendors and dealers who will showcase and sell their treasures including shabby chic, original vintage prints, architectural salvage and industrial furniture, paintings, posters, lithographs, vintage to couture fashion, estate jewelry, candelabras and interesting lighting, garden accessories, clocks and watches, tribal art, sculpture, rugs, beads, antique linens, outdoor furniture, exotic plants and much more.
Santa Monica Fall Sunday Antique and Vintage Market
There will be a great selection of vendors and dealers who will showcase and sell their treasures including shabby chic, original vintage prints, architectural salvage and industrial furniture, paintings, posters, lithographs, vintage to couture fashion, estate jewelry, candelabras and interesting lighting, garden accessories, clocks and watches, tribal art, sculpture, rugs, beads, antique linens, outdoor furniture, exotic plants and much more.
4.6(982)Monrovia Holiday Art Night
It will host an array of local artists showcasing and selling their original artwork.
4.6(124)Long Beach Holiday Antique Market
A craft fair in Long Beach.
Old Sutter Creek Holiday Flea Market
This market showcases the best in vintage, antiques and collectibles.
Branham HS Holiday Flea Market
It will feature a wide range of vintage and modern toys, vintage books, hidden gems, games, household items, handcrafted goods and more.
Los Gatos Holiday Makers Market
There will be a diverse group of local artisans, makers, and small businesses who will showcase and sell their handcrafted and American-made artisan products.
4(20)Mountain View Holiday Bazaar
It will host an array of vendors selling a wide variety of items including jewelry, knitting, ceramics, wood carvings and more.
Long Beach Holiday Swap Meet
A seasonal festival in Long Beach.
Santa Monica Thanksgiving Antique and Vintage Market
A craft fair in Santa Monica.
4.5(86)Tustin Holiday Flea Market
A craft fair in Tustin.
Costa Mesa Holiday Gem Faire
You will find a wide range of fine and fashion jewelry, precious and semi-precious gemstones, beads, crystals, minerals, pearls, gold and silver, tools and findings, jewelry-making supplies, and much more at manufacturers’ prices.
Pomona Holiday Swap Meet and Classic Car Show
The car show will feature a great selection of classic cars in distinct car corral areas including original and restored corvettes, Volkswagens, Porsches, pre-‘59 street rods, and pre-1995 classic cars.
Santa Monica Holiday Antique and Vintage Market
There will be a great selection of vendors and dealers who will showcase and sell their treasures including shabby chic, original vintage prints, architectural salvage and industrial furniture, paintings, posters, lithographs, vintage to couture fashion, estate jewelry, candelabras and interesting lighting, garden accessories, clocks and watches, tribal art, sculpture, rugs, beads, antique linens, outdoor furniture, exotic plants and much more.
Monrovia Christmas Art Night
It will host an array of local artists showcasing and selling their original artwork.
4.3(576)Santa Barbara Holiday Gem Faire
You will find a wide range of fine and fashion jewelry, precious and semi-precious gemstones, beads, crystals, minerals, pearls, gold and silver, tools and findings, jewelry-making supplies, and much more at manufacturers’ prices.
5(1)Bakersfield Holiday Craft and Vendor Show
A craft fair in Bakersfield.
San Clemente Holiday Village Art Faire
A craft fair in San Clemente.
Long Beach Holiday Hi-Po Swap Meet
It will feature a wide variety of antiques, vintage goods, car parts, accessories and much more.
Redwood Holiday Flea Market
You will find a wide variety of items such as antique furniture, video games, handmade crafts, jewelry, artwork, vintage clothing, books, comics, vintage toys, retro electronics, sports memorabilia, trinkets, and more.
4.2(26)Tustin Christmas Flea Market
There will be a group of vendors and dealers offering their treasures including antiques, collectibles, vintage goods, and more.
Branham HS Christmas Flea Market
It will feature a wide range of vintage and modern toys, vintage books, hidden gems, games, household items, handcrafted goods and more.
4.6(257)Los Gatos Winter Makers Market
There will be a diverse group of local artisans, makers, and small businesses who will showcase and sell their handcrafted and American-made artisan products.
Long Beach Christmas Antique Market
This market will feature an array of vendorsand dealers who will be selling antique and repurposed furniture, collectibles, vintage items, jewelry, and much more.
Old Sutter Creek Winter Flea Market
This market showcases the best in vintage, antiques and collectibles.
Recurring2(8)Gilroy Garlic Festival
World-famous food and harvest festival celebrating garlic with gourmet food, live music, arts and crafts, and family activities.
Frequently asked questions
How many family events & festivals are there in California?
Our directory lists 57 family events & festivals across California for the 2026 season, including Monrovia Holiday Art Night, Los Gatos Winter Makers Market and Long Beach Holiday Antique Market.
When is the best time for family events & festivals in California?
California's family events & festivals cluster in December and November — that's when you'll find the most to choose from.
What are the most popular family events & festivals in California?
By Google review score, Monrovia Holiday Art Night in Monrovia ranks among the most popular, with a 4.6-star rating from 982 reviews.